The illumigene Pertussis DNA Amplification Assay, performed on the illumipro-10, is a qualitative in vitro diagnostic test for the direct detection of Bordetella pertussis in human nasopharyngeal swab samples taken from patients suspected of having respiratory tract infection attributable to Bordetella pertussis. The illumigene Pertussis assay utilizes loop-mediated isothermal DNA amplification (LAMP) technology to detect B. pertussis by targeting the IS481 insertional element of the B. pertussis genome. Results from the illumigene Pertussis assay should be used in conjunction with information obtained during the patient’s clinical evaluation as an aid in diagnosis of B. pertussis infection and should not be used as the sole basis for treatment or other patient management decisions.


Product Overview

The illumigene Pertussis DNA Amplification Assay, performed on the illumipro
illumigene Pertussis - 280750


Device Description

A collection of reagents and other associated materials intended to be used for the qualitative and/or quantitative detection of nucleic acid from Bordetella pertussis in a clinical specimen, using a nucleic acid technique (NAT). The assay is designed to detect infection with Bordetella pertussis, the bacteria associated with whooping cough.


Environmental Conditions

  • Handling Environment Temperature - Degrees Celsius
    • 30.00
    • 2.00

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    Device Sterilization

    Device Sterile: False

    Sterilization Prior To Use: False

    Sterilization Methods: No Data Available


    Product Codes

    Code: OZZ

    Device Name: Bordetella Pertussis Dna Assay System

    Device Class: 2

    Physical State: Bordetella pertussis DNA detection assay systems are devices that consist of reagents and instruments for the detection of Bordetella pertussis DNA extracted from human respiratory specimens.

    Definition: A qualitative in vitro diagnostic assay intended to detect Bordetella pertussis DNA extracted from human respiratory specimens. Detection of Bordetella pertussis DNA aids in the diagnosis of Bordetella pertussis respiratory infection in conjunction with other clinical and laboratory testing in patients exhibiting signs and symptoms of upper respiratory tract infection.

    Submission Type ID: 1

    Review Panel: MI

    Review Code: N/A

    Technical Method: N

    Gmp Exempt Flag: A qualitative in vitro diagnostic assay intended to Bordetella pertussis DNA extracted from human respiratory specimens.

    Life Sustain Support Flag: N

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    Implant Flag: N

    Target Area: in vitro diagnostic assay

    Regulation Number: 866.3980

    Third Party Flag: N

    Medical Specialty: MI


    Device Identifiers

    Device Id: 00840733101199

    Device Type: Primary

    DeviceId Issuing Agency: GS1

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